April 2007
Genius
17 April 2007, 20:30 - 23:00
For hundreds of years great minds have been arguing over intelligence. But are there different types of intelligence that go beyond IQ? Watch the BBC Horizon programme and continue the discussion on what it takes to be a genius.
People and Planet 2025
18 April 2007, 19:00 - 20:30
Have your say on future global issues! What will we be facing in 2025… carbon credits, expensive fuel, global health inequality? Actors present future scenarios revealing how technology might impact on our everyday life before opening up discussion.
Is Water the Next Oil?
19 April 2007, 19:00 - 20:30
Demand for water supplies is under increasing pressure from an ever-growing population and from agriculture because of climate change. What are the social and economic implications? Oil shortages cause chaos – imagine if fresh water becomes the next oil...
Rights for Robots
24 April 2007, 19:00 - 20:30
Horizon-scanners believe robots could be demanding rights within 50 years. With artificial intelligence promising so much – and our lives already dependent on technology – now is the time to start asking: how could we share our society with intelligent machines?
Spinal-Cord Superheroes
25 April 2007, 19:00 - 20:30
Superman Christopher Reeve fought against his spinal-cord injury and campaigned for research. You’ll be astonished by the achievements of two other people paralysed by accidents. Learn about the latest developments in spinal-cord repair from those at the front line of research.
Brainy Brave New World
26 April 2007, 19:00 - 20:30
Stem cells, brain imaging and drugs to enhance the brain often hit the headlines. Is new technology speeding ahead of the law? Share your views on the best way forward with British and American experts.